Huntsville, AL
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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Race Dates
2026: Sunday, September 13, 2026Course Information
Profile: Mostly FlatRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 77°F (25°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 95.15Race Size
2025: 153 FinishersBQ Percentages
2025: 79.7%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 80°F (27°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
62°F (17°C) |
PR Score |
95.51 |
Course Score |
99.45 |
The Boston or Bust Marathon was the 301st largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 314th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2025, 79.7% of Boston or Bust Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 26.1% of finishers qualified for Boston.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Boston or Bust Marathon ranked 5th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 29th in 2024. In Alabama, it ranked 1st in 2025 and 1st in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Boston or Bust Marathon has a Course Score of 99.45, ranking it as the 122nd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 3rd fastest marathon course in Alabama.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Boston or Bust Marathon a PR Score of 95.15. The PR Score ranks the Boston or Bust Marathon as the 417th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 8th best marathon for a PR in Alabama.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Boston or Bust Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Alabama for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 599 feet (182m)
Min Elevation: 559 feet (170m)
Elevation Gain: 282 feet (85m)
Elevation Loss: 282 feet (85m)
Course updated 02/27/2025
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